The Accountant is an integral part of the Business Office, assisting with managing the general ledger, reconciling general ledger accounts, and recording transactions.

Reporting directly to the Controller, the Accountant’s duties include supporting the year-end audit process and preparation of tax returns, general ledger analysis, transaction processing and review, preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and other special reports as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Audit and Tax Compliance

• Assist in preparing for the year-end audit and tax returns, including Form 990 and necessary audit schedules

• Stay current with GAAP updates and non-profit accounting standards, ensuring compliance in all financial practices

Financial Reporting and General Ledger Management

• Support the Controller in the preparation of monthly internal financial statements

• Reconcile general ledger accounts and support cash flow management through regular bank and cash account reconciliations

• Prepare, post, and reconcile accounting entries for student billing

• Ensure the accurate and timely recording of transactions for various auxiliary services, including the Parents’ Association, Booster Club, One-Stop Shopping, the School Store, concessions for athletics and fine arts, and the Dining Center

Accounting Recording and Reconciliation

• Record fixed assets and prepare account reconciliation related to capital assets and construction in progress (CIP) 

• Assist with tracking restricted gifts, ensuring proper allocation and reporting of all restricted funds according to donor requests and school guidelines

• Prepare, post, and ensure accurate coding and approval of expense transactions related to the school’s credit card program

Accounts Payable and Receivable Support

• Serve as a backup for the accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, supporting continuity in the department's operations

Professional Development

• Participate in educational and professional development opportunities to stay informed about industry standards and best practices

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent is required 
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in accounting. Previous non-profit accounting and audit experience are desirable
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office products and other computerized accounting and business systems (experience with Blackbaud is a plus) 
• The ability to assist with administering various online technologies used in the Office would be an asset
• Create and maintain a warm, supportive environment where colleagues, parents, and other community members are patiently, flexibly, and enthusiastically served
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Highest regard for confidentiality, exemplary ethical standards, integrity, and respect for others
• Willingness to participate in educational opportunities, read professional publications, and participate in local, regional, and national professional organizations

The Kinkaid School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law, The Kinkaid School complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Submit all correspondence including your cover letter, resume, and application through The Kinkaid School application portal. Please no emails or phone calls to submit your candidacy or show interest.

About The Kinkaid School

The Kinkaid School is a co-educational non-sectarian day school enrolling 1,400 students in pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. Located on a sixty-five-acre campus in the heart of Houston, Texas, the school offers a thriving intellectual community in the midst of a vibrant, urban, diverse culture. With an enrollment of almost 600, the Upper School fosters a learning environment centered on academic excellence, intellectual curiosity and personal attention. The Upper School faculty enjoys small class sizes and a collegial, collaborative environment centered on intellectual curiosity and continuous professional development.

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